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Operational Reference Data Analyst

Johannesburg, GP, South Africa

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Core experience

  • Proven experience in data analysis, data management, or a related analytical role
  • Demonstrated ability to work with large datasets and identify patterns or anomalies
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
  • Understanding of database structures and data architecture principles
  • Proficiency in SQL and advanced Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and analysis
  • Experience with data quality assurance and validation processes
Qualification wording
Proven experience in data analysis, data management, or a related analytical role
Demonstrated ability to work with large datasets and identify patterns or anomalies
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Understanding of database structures and data architecture principles
Proficiency in SQL and advanced Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and analysis
Experience with data quality assurance and validation processes
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- Proven experience in data analysis, data management, or a related analytical role - Proficiency in SQL and advanced Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and analysis - Strong attention to detail with exceptional organisational abilities
- Monitoring OSD data against agreed standards and business rules, including completeness, correctness, consistency and timeliness. - Refreshing and monitoring Power BI dashboards, resolving scheduled-refresh failures, and consolidating critical exceptions for weekly reporting. - Supporting applicable data requests and administering access to the Reservoir/Lakehouse, including quarterly access reviews.
- Familiarity with financial systems, operational systems, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) environments - Experience with data visualisation tools such as Tableau or Power BI - Project management experience or exposure to data-related projects

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About the role

We file this job under Analyst, by the work the posting describes.

Analysts answer business questions with data. They pull numbers with SQL, build reports and dashboards, and explain what changed and why to the people making decisions.

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Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking an Operational Reference Data Analyst to join our organisation in Johannesburg, South Africa. In this Contract position, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and accuracy of our operational reference data. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, validating, and optimising reference data across our systems, ensuring that all data meets our stringent quality standards and supports effective business operations. • Maintain and manage operational reference data across multiple systems and databases, ensuring consistency and accuracy

  • Perform comprehensive data quality assurance and validation checks to identify and rectify discrepancies
  • Analyse data issues and implement corrective actions to resolve data anomalies and inconsistencies
  • Document data processes, procedures, and governance standards to ensure organisational compliance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand data requirements and support system enhancements
  • Generate detailed reports and analytics on data integrity metrics and quality performance
  • Support system implementations, data migrations, and reference data cleansing initiatives
  • Ensure adherence to data governance frameworks and regulatory requirements
  • Maintain detailed records of data changes and maintain audit trails for compliance purposes
  • Provide technical support and guidance to end-users regarding reference data queries and issues

Qualifications

  • Matric, Diploma, Degree or Postgraduate qualification in Data Analytics, Finance, Risk Management, or Business Analytics

Experience Required

  • Building and maintaining OSD data-quality dashboards.
  • Monitoring data publication from CIF to OSD and reporting data discrepancies.
  • Tracking remediation of identified discrepancies and exceptions.
  • Monitoring OSD data against agreed standards and business rules, including completeness, correctness, consistency and timeliness.
  • Refreshing and monitoring Power BI dashboards, resolving scheduled-refresh failures, and consolidating critical exceptions for weekly reporting.
  • Supporting applicable data requests and administering access to the Reservoir/Lakehouse, including quarterly access reviews.
  • Providing data support for Operational Incident Management.
  • Proven experience in data analysis, data management, or a related analytical role
  • Proficiency in SQL and advanced Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and analysis
  • Strong attention to detail with exceptional organisational abilities
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical mindset
  • Demonstrated ability to work with large datasets and identify patterns or anomalies
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
  • Experience with data quality assurance and validation processes 
  • Experience with reference data management systems or master data management (MDM) platforms
  • Knowledge of data governance frameworks and best practices
  • Familiarity with financial systems, operational systems, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) environments
  • Experience with data visualisation tools such as Tableau or Power BI
  • Project management experience or exposure to data-related projects
  • Understanding of database structures and data architecture principles
  • Experience working in a regulated industry or compliance-focused environment

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

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